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When relatives start to age, many families will try to care for their loved ones themselves. They may feel that since their relatives cared for them when they were younger, they want to return the favor in their old age. Unfortunately, many families are financially or physically unable to do so after a certain point. Sometimes, their loved ones have chronic medical problems that simply merit the attention of an expert. When families start to look for an assisted living center for their loved ones, they can become overwhelmed by the number of choices. To help families decide on the
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The increasing senior populations have created a new trend for assisted living. The residential communities now offer a variety of lifestyle options.  One of the new developments is geography. Seniors today prefer to be part of the urban community, close to local amenities and families. Over the next 30 years, the last of the baby boomers reaching the age of 65 will influence the way of life for assisted living. In 2010, the senior population was more than five million. Projections for 2030 expect over eight million senior residents, representing one fifth of the U.S. population. By 2050, this age group will grow beyond 19 million. The growth is a result of the
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The idea that a parent or an older relative is no longer able to live safely at home alone can be difficult to contemplate. However, there are signs that you should look out for that can indicate it may be time to consider the options that are offered by an assisted living facility. Noticeable Changes in Personal Care and Hygiene Habits If your loved one is unable to properly manage his or her personal grooming, there will be a noticeable change in his or her physical appearance. After an extended time of not bathing regularly and not cleaning his or
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If your parent or other loved one has only recently begun to suffer lapses in memory or moments of impaired judgment, it can be easy to attribute each slip of the tongue or scuffed car bumper to a “senior moment” or other minor blip in an otherwise healthily functioning brain. When this is the case, a formal diagnosis of dementia can hit you like a ton of bricks. What can you do to assist your relative in navigating through this process? Read on to learn more about dementia and what you may be able to expect when dealing with a
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